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EGS Hot Dry Rock Energy Resource at Utah FORGE – A Geoscientific Perspective
The heat beneath our feet flows through the earth in a complex pattern. Utah FORGE is situated in a heat reservoir that has been studied since the 1970s. In this webinar, Dr. Stuart Simmons delves into the unique geologic and geothermal resources found at Utah FORGE and the surrounding area.
Discover what lies beneath—hit play on the image above to watch the full webinar.
The geoscientific attributes which control the size and extent of the geothermal resources around Utah FORGE include a comparison of differences and similarities between conventional and EGS reservoirs, as well as a simple method for energy resource assessment based on the Utah FORGE reservoir, and a conceptual understanding of the geothermal system that is responsible for the resources occurring in the Milford valley.
About the Speaker
Dr. Stuart Simmons has over 30 years of research experience in understanding and finding new energy and mineral resources, as well as studying geochemistry, mineralogy, and geology of hydrothermal fluid flow. He spent over 20 years at the Geothermal Institute at the University of Auckland. Currently, he is the Technical Expert on Geology and Geochemistry at Utah FORGE, and a Research Professor in the University of Utah Energy & Geoscience Institute (EGI) and Department of Chemical Engineering.
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Current and Planned Activities
Utah FORGE continues advancing technologies for enhanced geothermal systems through drilling, monitoring, and scientific data collection at the Milford, Utah site. Current efforts include deep well development, seismic and ground movement monitoring, microgravity surveys, magnetotelluric analysis, and groundwater studies, all supporting future stimulation and reservoir creation activities.
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Drilling Progress of Well 16A(78)-32
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